2008 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
