1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda R-100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R-100 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
