1983 Opel Senator vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1983 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Senator | 6000 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |