1990 Opel Senator vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega 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 113 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Senator | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |