1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 515 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
