1990 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z 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 82 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 323 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
