1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
