1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Calais | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
