2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 334 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 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 | 1870 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
