1987 Opel Senator vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 6 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 561 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
