2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pajero | 98 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
