1985 Opel Senator vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 604 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Senator | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
