1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine 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 50 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 968 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2477 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 | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 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 |
