1990 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 18 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 165 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 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, 2008 Saturn Vue, 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2008 Saturn Vue 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. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Senator | Vue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
