1990 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 21 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Pajero | Insignia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |