2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
