1987 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Tatra T700
To start off, 1999 Tatra T700 is newer by 12 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tatra T700 weights approximately 304 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tatra T700 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1999 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Senator | T700 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
