1979 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 108 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 LeSabre. 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
