1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 952 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Pajero | 95 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
