2004 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
