1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
