1977 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
