1990 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 737 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 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2009 Volkswagen CC 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. 2009 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | CC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
