1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
