2006 Lexus RX vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 11 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. 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, 2006 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | RX | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
