1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 1973 Nissan President. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Pajero | President |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |