1990 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 23 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Senator | ATS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
