1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | L 200 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |