1993 Honda Legend vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 18 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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Senator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
