1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1273 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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Senator | Yukon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2809 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |