1981 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 362 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 1981 Buick Electra. 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Pajero |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |