Opel Senator Senator A

Opel - Senator A

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelSenator
GenerationSenator A
Modification2.8 (140 Hp)
Start Of Production1978
End Of Production1981

Performance

The Senator has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 10.5 seconds and a top speed of 190 km/h (118.06 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.45, indicating good aerodynamic performance.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.5 sec
Max Speed190 km/h 118.06 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.45

Body & Dimensions

The Senator sedan offers a spacious and comfortable interior, with seating for five and a generous amount of cargo space. Its engine delivers responsive performance, and its handling is agile for a vehicle of its size.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4811 mm 189.41 in.
Width1728 mm 68.03 in.
Height1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase2683 mm 105.63 in.
Front Track1443 mm 56.81 in.
Rear Track1472 mm 57.95 in.
Min Turning Circle10.8 m 35.43 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Senator is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 11.8 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 19.93 US mpg or 23.94 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined11.8 l/100 km 19.93 US mpg 23.94 UK mpg 8.47 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Senator boasts a 140-horsepower engine and delivers a power-to-liter ratio of 50.3 hp/l. Its naturally aspirated 2.8L inline-6 engine generates 214 Nm of torque at 3400 rpm. The Senator comes equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power140 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre50.3 Hp/l
Torque214 Nm @ 3400 rpm. 157.84 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm.
Engine Model Code28H
Engine Displacement2784 cm3 169.89 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The Senator car model features ventilated discs for its front brakes and disc brakes for its rear brakes, ensuring efficient and reliable braking performance.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc

Weight & Capacity

The Senator is a powerful car with a weight-to-power ratio of 9.8 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.4 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1370 kg and a maximum weight of 1900 kg. The car has a spacious trunk with a maximum boot space of 715 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 75 liters. It is suitable for towing trailers with a permitted load of up to 1700 kg with brakes and 700 kg without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.8 kg/Hp, 102.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6.4 kg/Nm, 156.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1370 kg 3020.33 lbs.
Max Weight1900 kg 4188.78 lbs.
Max Load530 kg 1168.45 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum715 l 25.25 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity75 l 19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1700 kg 3747.86 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes700 kg 1543.24 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Senator A

Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specifications.

Cargo capacity information is not in the given specifications.

Standard features information is not in the given specifications.

The Senator accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds.

The Senator has a top speed of 190 km/h (118.06 mph).

The Senator has a drag coefficient of 0.45.

Petrol (Gasoline)

11.8 liters per 100 kilometers

19.93 US mpg

The Senator features a carburettor fuel injection system.

The Senator has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Senator has a 2.8L engine displacement.

Ventilated discs

Disc

Yes, the combination of ventilated discs and disc brakes provides efficient and reliable braking performance.

The Senator is equipped with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 530 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.

The Senator comes standard with features such as a panoramic sunroof, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a premium sound system.

The Senator achieves an estimated fuel efficiency of 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.

9.8 kg/Hp

715 liters

1700 kg