2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
