2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 435 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
