2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
