1979 Buick Century vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Century | Pajero |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |