1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 398 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montclair | Pajero |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |