1990 Opel Senator vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Senator | 15 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |