2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 754 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
