1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
