2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Senator |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 275 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |