1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 880 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Senator | Express |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |