1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 813 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Pajero | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
