1990 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK 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 117 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. 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, 2012 Geely CK, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Opel | Geely |
| Model | Senator | CK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
