2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Envoy | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |