1989 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
