1990 Opel Senator vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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 138 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Senator | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2040 mm |
