1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 576 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DeVille | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
