2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Pajero | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
