1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 444 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pickup | Senator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
