1990 Opel Senator vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Cadillac CTS 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. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Senator | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
