1990 Opel Senator vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 129 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. 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, 2003 Renault Clio, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
