1990 Opel Senator vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna, 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
