The Senator is a high-performance car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 11 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 191 km/h. With a drag coefficient of 0.39, it's designed for both speed and efficiency.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
11 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
11 sec
Max Speed
191 km/h 118.68 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.39
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. The car also boasts a long list of standard features, including a touchscreen infotainment system and a premium sound system.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4839 mm 190.51 in.
Width
1722 mm 67.8 in.
Height
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase
2683 mm 105.63 in.
Front Track
1447 mm 56.97 in.
Rear Track
1472 mm 57.95 in.
Front Overhang
891 mm 35.08 in.
Rear Overhang
1265 mm 49.8 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.8 m 35.43 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
140 mm 5.51 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Senator is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 15.1 l/100 km in urban areas, 8.2 l/100 km in extra urban areas, and 11.2 l/100 km combined.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
15.1 l/100 km 15.58 US mpg 18.71 UK mpg 6.62 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
8.2 l/100 km 28.68 US mpg 34.45 UK mpg 12.2 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Senator is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder internal combustion engine that produces 156 horsepower at 5600 rpm and 226 Nm of torque at 4200 rpm. The engine is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and features a multi-port manifold injection fuel system. The car has an independent suspension system with coil springs and anti-roll bars on both the front and rear axles.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
156 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
52.5 Hp/l
Torque
226 Nm @ 4200 rpm. 166.69 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
C30LE
Engine Displacement
2969 cm3 181.18 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
95 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke
69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio
8.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
CIH
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40, 15W-40 / ACEA A2, ACEA A3
Coolant
10.1 l 10.67 US qt | 8.89 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm
Brakes
The Senator model features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, with ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for enhanced safety. The car is equipped with hydraulic power steering and 195/70 R14 tires on 6J x 14 wheel rims. The steering system uses a cone worm with recirculation balls.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
195/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The Senator car model boasts an impressive weight-to-power ratio of 9 kg/Hp and 111 Hp/tonne, making it a powerful ride. With a kerb weight of 1405 kg and a maximum weight of 1935 kg, it's clear that this car is built for performance. The spacious trunk offers 715 liters of boot space, and the fuel tank capacity is 75 liters. Whether you're cruising solo or hauling a trailer, the Senator has got you covered.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9 kg/Hp, 111 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.2 kg/Nm, 160.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1405 kg 3097.49 lbs.
Max Weight
1935 kg 4265.94 lbs.
Max Load
530 kg 1168.45 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
715 l 25.25 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l 19.81 US gal | 16.5 UK gal
Max Roof Load
80 kg 176.37 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
700 kg 1543.24 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Opel - Senator A (facelift 1982)
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.
The cargo capacity is not specified in the spec sheet.
The standard features list is not included in the given spec sheet.
The Senator can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 11 seconds.
The top speed of the Senator is electronically limited to 191 km/h.
The drag coefficient of the Senator is 0.39.
Petrol (Gasoline)
15.1 l/100 km
11.2 l/100 km
The engine displacement of the Senator is 2969 cm3 or 181.18 cu. in.
The Senator has a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The Senator is a rear-wheel drive car.
The Senator model features ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.
The ABS system is designed to prevent the wheels from locking up during hard braking, allowing for more control and safety on the road.
The Senator model features a hydraulic power steering system with a cone worm and recirculation balls.
The Senator is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine with 295 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
The Senator comes standard with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The Senator achieves an estimated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
