2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1990 Opel Senator

To start off, 2001 Hyundai Coupe 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 87 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. 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 Hyundai Coupe, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Hyundai Coupe 1990 Opel Senator
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Coupe Senator
Year Released 2001 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2969 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 69.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 224 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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