1990 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
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, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Senator | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
