1987 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 23 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Senator | HHR |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
