1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
