1987 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 50 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 252 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Senator | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |