2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 75 L |
