1998 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Packard |
| Model | Pajero | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3240 mm |
