1985 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 27 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 339 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Senator | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
