1990 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 17 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 101 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 107 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Senator | Trafic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |