1964 Rover P5 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Rover P5 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | P5 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 71 L |
