1990 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1149 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.
Because 2012 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2012 Lexus LX 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. 2012 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Senator | LX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
