1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
