1990 Opel Senator vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator 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 102 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL, 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 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 1998 Saturn SL | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Senator | SL |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |