1995 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 990 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
