1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 968 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
