1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
