1987 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Senator | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |