1990 Opel Senator vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 740 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Senator | Sierra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |