2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1706 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (239 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
