1985 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 26 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Senator | Cube |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
