2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 19 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Elantra | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
