1987 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Senator | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
