1987 Opel Senator vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Senator | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
