1990 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 19 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Senator | Exeo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2642 mm |