1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | L 200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |