2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
