1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 162 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaco | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
