1987 Opel Senator vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Senator | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
