1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 90 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
