2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
