1977 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 688 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
