1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 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 86 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Terrano II | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Terrano II | Senator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
