1999 Mitsubishi SUW vs. 1956 Packard Patrician

To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi SUW is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi SUW, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW. (240 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi SUW.

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