1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
