1970 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 930 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Variant | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
