1990 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara 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 132 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. 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 Proton Juara, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2002 Proton Juara | |
Make | Opel | Proton |
Model | Senator | Juara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |