1970 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
