2005 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 15 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
