1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 852 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seven | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
