2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 12 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Vision | Senator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
