1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 152 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3.8 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
