2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
