1987 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 560 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 1987 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Senator | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
