1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 455 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fairlane | Pajero |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |