2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pajero | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 91 L |
