1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
