1990 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 117 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2002 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Opel | Lincoln |
| Model | Senator | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
