2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 151 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Senator |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |