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Opel Senator A 2.5 (115 Hp) Automatic
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Opel Senator:
The Opel Senator is a full-size executive car produced by the German automaker Opel, two generations of which were sold in Europe from 1978 until 1993. A saloon, its first incarnation was also available with a fastback coupé body as the Opel Monza and Vauxhall Royale Coupé. The Senator was, for its entire existence, the flagship saloon model for both Opel and Vauxhall.
Through the international divisions of General Motors, it was also known in various markets as the Chevrolet Senator, Daewoo Imperial , Vauxhall Royale and Vauxhall Senator. It was also sold as the Opel Kikinda in Yugoslavia, where it was produced under licence by IDA-Opel in Kikinda, Serbia, after which it was named....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A Overview:
Opel Senator (A). With 176 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.6 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Opel Senator A predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards, which began in 1997. Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation. Safety features would be basic by contemporary standards.
2.5 (115 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is sluggish, suitable only for relaxed cruising. The automatic transmission further dulls the 115 hp output.
Fuel Economy
Very poor fuel economy for its power output, making it an expensive daily runner.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, ideal for long journeys
- • Robust and generally reliable 6-cylinder engines
- • Classic executive styling with a strong road presence
- • Smooth ride quality, excellent for highway cruising
- • Good value as a classic car compared to German rivals
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially with the 4-cylinder and automatic transmissions
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust, particularly in older models
- • Parts availability can be challenging for some specific components
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Senator |
| Generation: | A |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 (115 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1978 |
| End of production: | 1980 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 46.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 176 Nm @ 3800-4200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2490 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 83.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Max. weight: | 1900 |
| Max load: | 530 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 715 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4811 mm mm |
| Width: | 1728 mm mm |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2683 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1443 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1472 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
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