1962 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 958 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
