1990 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana 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 97 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Senator | Liana |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |