1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
