1994 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 481 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Pajero | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
