1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 4 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Senator | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |