1990 Opel Senator vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 16 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 113 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Senator | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
