1994 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 890 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Pajero | 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
