1990 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 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 101 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
