2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 424 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Durango | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |