1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elite | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
