2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry 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 120 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Pajero | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
