1967 Honda S800 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S800 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |
