2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | GT 500 | Pajero |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |