1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Reliant Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Reliant |
| Model | Pajero | Regal |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1940 mm |
