1987 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (385 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 709 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Senator | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
