1990 Opel Senator vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 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 41 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Senator | Rodius |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 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 | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |