1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 569 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 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 | 1031 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
