2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 89 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pajero | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
