2006 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Pajero | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
