1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 218 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Pajero | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |