1974 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Jimmy. 1974 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Senator |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
