2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 639 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Pajero | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |
