1957 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Pajero |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |