1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | 109 | Pajero |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 176 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |