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Opel Senator 3.0

General information

ModelOpel Senator 3.0
Year1978
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating68.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2969 ccm (181.17 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving5.3 litres/100 km (44.38 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2969 ccm (181.17 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque248.00 Nm (25.3 kgf-m or 182.9 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression6.0:1
Bore x stroke95.1 x 69.8 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1287 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1340 kg (2,954.2 pounds)
Overall length4820 mm (189.8 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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