1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Pajero |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |