1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero and 1996 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Pajero | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |