1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
