1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
