1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
