1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 690 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jeepster | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
