1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 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 80 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 748 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. 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 1966 Volvo P 1800. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Pajero | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
