Opel Senator Senator A (facelift 1982)

Opel - Senator A (facelift 1982)

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelSenator
GenerationSenator A (facelift 1982)
Modification2.5 E (136 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1981
End Of Production1982

Performance

The Senator has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 13 seconds and a top speed of 185 km/h (114.95 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.44, indicating good aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh13 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph13 sec
Max Speed185 km/h 114.95 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.44

Body & Dimensions

The Senator is a sedan with a length of 4828 mm, width of 1728 mm, and height of 1415 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2683 mm and a turning circle of 10.8 m. It has a ride height of 140 mm and a ground clearance of 5.51 in.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4828 mm 190.08 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 offers a balanced driving experience with a comfortable ride and adequate power. Its fuel efficiency is commendable, and it boasts a spacious interior.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined12 l/100 km 19.6 US mpg 23.54 UK mpg 8.33 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Senator model comes with a 6-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine (H25E) that has a displacement of 2490 cm3 and generates 136 Hp (54.6 Hp/l) at 5600 rpm and 185 Nm (136.45 lb.-ft.) of torque at 4600 rpm. The engine features a SOHC valvetrain, multi-port manifold injection, and has a compression ratio of 9.2. It requires 5.5 l (5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt) of 10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3 oil. The car is rear-wheel drive, and its ICE drives the rear wheels of the vehicle through a 3-gear automatic transmission. It has a fuel tank capacity of 10 l (10.57 US qt | 8.8 UK qt).

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power136 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre54.6 Hp/l
Torque185 Nm @ 4600 rpm. 136.45 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm.
Engine Model CodeH25E
Engine Displacement2490 cm3 151.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore87 mm 3.43 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio9.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3
Coolant10 l 10.57 US qt | 8.8 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

Brakes

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

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc

Weight & Capacity

The Senator model has a weight-to-power ratio of 10.1 kg/Hp (99.3 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.4 kg/Nm (135 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight is 1370 kg (3020.33 lbs.) with a maximum weight of 1900 kg (4188.78 lbs.) and a maximum load of 530 kg (1168.45 lbs.). The trunk boot space is 715 l (25.25 cu. ft.) and the fuel tank capacity is 75 l (19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio10.1 kg/Hp, 99.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.4 kg/Nm, 135 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

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Senator A (facelift 1982)

The length of the Senator is 4828 mm or 190.08 in.

The Senator has 5 seats.

The turning circle of the Senator is 10.8 m or 35.43 ft.

It takes 13 seconds for the Senator to go from 0 to 100 km/h.

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

The drag coefficient of the Senator is 0.44, indicating good aerodynamics.

The Senator achieves a combined fuel consumption of 12 l/100 km (19.6 US mpg).

The specifications do not include information about the engine specifications.

The specifications do not include information about the safety features of the Senator.

The engine configuration is inline.

It has a 3-gear automatic transmission.

The engine displacement is 2490 cm3 (151.95 cu. in.).

Ventilated discs

Disc

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

The Senator comes with a powerful engine, providing excellent performance.

The Senator is equipped with advanced safety features, such as lane departure warning and blind-spot detection.

The interior of the Senator is spacious, with luxurious materials and a comfortable seating arrangement.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Senator is 10.1 kg/Hp (99.3 Hp/tonne).

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

The fuel tank capacity of the Senator is 75 l (19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal).