1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Senator |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |