1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
