2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 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 115 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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, 2007 Nissan Micra, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
