1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 264 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Senator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| 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 | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
