2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 755 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Pajero | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1300 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |