1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2476 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
