1974 Toyota Publica 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 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Publica | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3200 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
