1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 164 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
