1990 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 63 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Senator | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |