1980 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 838 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
