2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 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 130 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Senator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
