1990 Opel Senator vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 39 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 327 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Senator | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
