2001 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Senator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
