1949 MG TD vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 726 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TD | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
