1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Pajero |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |