1987 Opel Senator vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 436 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Senator | Rexton |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |