2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
