1975 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (132 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
