1990 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 175 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 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 Toyota Highlander, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
