1987 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
