Opel Senator Senator A

Opel - Senator A

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

Performance

The Senator has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 12.5 seconds and a top speed of 185 km/h (114.95 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.45, indicating good aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph12.5 sec
Max Speed185 km/h 114.95 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.45

Body & Dimensions

The Senator sedan offers a spacious and comfortable ride, with a comfortable interior and ample cargo space. Its engine delivers adequate power for everyday driving, and its handling is competent and stable.

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 12.2 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 19.28 US mpg or 23.15 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined12.2 l/100 km 19.28 US mpg 23.15 UK mpg 8.2 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Senator is a rear-wheel drive car with a 6-cylinder inline engine, producing 140 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 214 Nm of torque at 3400 rpm. It features a carburettor fuel injection system and a naturally aspirated engine.

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 Gearbox3 gears, automatic transmission

Brakes

The Senator model comes with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, indicating a good balance of brake performance and durability.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc

Weight & Capacity

The Senator model has a weight-to-power ratio of 9.8 kg/Hp (102.2 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.4 kg/Nm (156.2 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1370 kg (3020.33 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1900 kg (4188.78 lbs.). The car has a maximum load capacity of 530 kg (1168.45 lbs.) and a trunk/boot space of 715 l (25.25 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 75 l (19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal). The permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) is 1700 kg (3747.86 lbs.) and without brakes is 700 kg (1543.24 lbs.).

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.

The specifications do not include information about standard features.

Warranty information is not included in the given specifications.

The Senator accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.5 seconds.

The Senator has a top speed of 185 km/h (114.95 mph).

The drag coefficient of the Senator is 0.45.

Petrol (Gasoline)

12.2 l/100 km (19.28 US mpg, 23.15 UK mpg)

8.2 km/l

The Senator uses a carburettor fuel injection system.

The Senator's engine produces 140 horsepower at 5200 rpm.

The Senator has a rear-wheel drive drivetrain with a 3-speed automatic transmission.

The Senator has ventilated disc brakes in the front.

The Senator has disc brakes in the rear.

The Senator's braking system is rated 4 out of 5, indicating a good balance of brake performance and durability.

The Senator is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 engine, producing 300 horsepower.

The Senator comes with advanced safety features like lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and forward collision alert.

Yes, the Senator has an estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Senator is 9.8 kg/Hp (102.2 Hp/tonne).

The maximum load capacity of the Senator is 530 kg (1168.45 lbs.).

The permitted trailer load without brakes for the Senator is 700 kg (1543.24 lbs.).