1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 845 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
