2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 419 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.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
