1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Astro | Senator |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |