Opel Senator Senator A

Opel - Senator A

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelSenator
GenerationSenator A
Modification3.0 E (180 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1978
End Of Production1982

Performance

The Senator is a decent performer with an acceleration of 10.5 seconds from 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 205 km/h. Its aerodynamics are also impressive with a drag coefficient of 0.45.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.5 sec
Max Speed205 km/h 127.38 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.45

Body & Dimensions

The Senator is a Sedan with 5 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 4811 mm (189.41 in.), a width of 1728 mm (68.03 in.), and a height of 1415 mm (55.71 in.). The wheelbase is 2683 mm (105.63 in.), with a front track of 1443 mm (56.81 in.) and a rear track of 1472 mm (57.95 in.). The car has a minimum turning circle of 10.8 m (35.43 ft.), a ride height/ground clearance of 140 mm (5.51 in.), and a climb angle of 29 degrees.

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.
Front Overhang926 mm 36.46 in.
Rear Overhang1202 mm 47.32 in.
Min Turning Circle10.8 m 35.43 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.
Climb Angle29°

Fuel Consumption

The Senator is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 15.6 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas, 9.8 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas, and 12.6 liters per 100 kilometers combined. It has a fuel consumption of 15.08 US mpg, 18.11 UK mpg, 6.41 km/l in urban areas, 24 US mpg, 28.82 UK mpg, 10.2 km/l in extra-urban areas, and 18.67 US mpg, 22.42 UK mpg, 7.94 km/l combined.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban15.6 l/100 km 15.08 US mpg 18.11 UK mpg 6.41 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban9.8 l/100 km 24 US mpg 28.82 UK mpg 10.2 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined12.6 l/100 km 18.67 US mpg 22.42 UK mpg 7.94 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Senator is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder internal combustion engine producing 180 horsepower at 5800 rpm and 248 Nm of torque at 4500 rpm. It features a 3-speed automatic transmission and an independent suspension system.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power180 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre60.6 Hp/l
Torque248 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 182.92 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code30E
Engine Displacement2969 cm3 181.18 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore95 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio9.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainCIH
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3
Coolant10.1 l 10.67 US qt | 8.89 UK qt
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
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm

Brakes

The Senator model features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear for effective braking. The car is equipped with hydraulic steering and cone worm with recirculation balls for precise control. The tires are 195/70 R14 and the wheel rims are 6J x 14. Overall, this car is designed for a smooth and controlled driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size195/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size6J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The Senator has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.9 kg/Hp (126.3 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.7 kg/Nm (174 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1425 kg (3141.59 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1925 kg (4243.9 lbs.). The car has a trunk/boot space of 715 l, a fuel tank capacity of 75 l, and a maximum roof load of 80 kg. It can tow up to 1700 kg with brakes and 700 kg without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.9 kg/Hp, 126.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.7 kg/Nm, 174 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1425 kg 3141.59 lbs.
Max Weight1925 kg 4243.9 lbs.
Max Load500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum715 l 25.25 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity75 l 19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal
Max Roof Load80 kg 176.37 lbs.
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

The Senator is a Sedan.

The Senator has 5 seats.

The climb angle of the Senator is 29 degrees.

10.5 seconds

205 km/h (127.38 mph)

0.45

The Senator is a petrol-powered car.

The Senator has a fuel consumption of 15.6 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas.

The Senator has a combined fuel consumption of 12.6 liters per 100 kilometers.

The engine displacement of the Senator is 2969 cm3 or 181.18 cu. in.

The Senator has a rear-wheel drive architecture, where the internal combustion engine drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

The Senator uses a multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.

The Senator model features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear for effective braking.

The Senator model has hydraulic steering and cone worm with recirculation balls for precise control.

The Senator model has tires of size 195/70 R14 and wheel rims of size 6J x 14.

The Senator is known for its luxurious features and comfortable ride.

No, the Senator is not a high-performance car, it's more focused on comfort and luxury.

The Senator is targeted towards individuals who value luxury and comfort, such as business executives and families.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Senator is 7.9 kg/Hp (126.3 Hp/tonne).

The Senator can tow up to 1700 kg with brakes and 700 kg without brakes.

The trunk/boot space of the Senator is 715 l.