1987 Opel Senator vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 13 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 34 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 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Senator | Salsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |