1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 142 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Pajero | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
