2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. 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 Toyota Carina. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Pajero | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |