2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 964 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover | Senator |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |