2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 215 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 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Endeavor | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
