1987 Opel Senator vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 414 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.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Senator | Korando |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |