1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 560 kg more than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar XK. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
