1999 Nissan Z vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 1999 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Z | Senator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
