1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 84 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
