1990 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 12 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 57 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. 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, 2002 Holden Zafira, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira. 2002 Holden Zafira 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. 2002 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Senator | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
