1990 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 250 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2011 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Senator | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
