1988 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Senator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
