2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1990 Opel Senator

To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Holden Berlina 1990 Opel Senator
Make Holden Opel
Model Berlina Senator
Year Released 2001 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2969 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2740 mm


 

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