1987 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 209 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
