1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 923 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
