1979 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LTD | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
