1990 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 39 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Senator |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |