2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 18 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Terrano | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 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 | 170 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 | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
