1994 Lexus GS vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Lexus GS is newer by 4 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 275 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1994 Lexus GS 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. 1994 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
