1986 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Senator | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
