1987 Opel Senator vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 329 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Senator | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
