1990 Opel Senator vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 416 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Senator | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
