1990 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 815 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Senator | Colorado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |