1972 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
