1972 Ford LTD vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LTD | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2430 mm |
