2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
