1996 Nissan Primera vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Primera | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Primera | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |