1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1190 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
