1990 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 89 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Senator | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
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 | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |