1990 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1799 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 |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
