1990 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Rover 45 is newer by 11 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 100 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. 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, 2001 Rover 45, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Senator | 45 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
