2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
