1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 31 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Pajero |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |