1987 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1987 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
