1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
