1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 87 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
