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Opel Senator Senator A (1978–1982) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
1978 - 1986
Senator A
Sedan
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 2.5 Automatic | 5 | 140 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.8 Automatic | 5 | 140 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.0 Automatic | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.0 E Automatic | 5 | 180 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Opel Senator Senator A overview
The Opel Senator (Senator A) is the 1st generation of the Senator, built from 1978 to 1982. It is offered as a Sedan with 4 engines (petrol), from 115 HP to 180 HP. The 3.0 E (180 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.0 s, reaches a top speed of 210 km/h and is 4811 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Opel Senator have?
The Opel Senator (Senator A) has 115 HP to 180 HP, depending on the engine: 2.5 Cih (115 HP), 2.8 Cih (140 HP), 3.0 Cih (150 HP), 3.0 Cih (180 HP).
What engines are available for the Opel Senator?
The Opel Senator is available with 4 engines: 2.5 Cih (115 HP, petrol), 2.8 Cih (140 HP, petrol), 3.0 Cih (150 HP, petrol), 3.0 Cih (180 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Opel Senator?
The Opel Senator is 4811 mm long, 1728 mm wide, 1415 mm tall, with a 2683 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Opel Senator?
The Opel Senator 3.0 E (180 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.0 s and has a top speed of 210 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Opel Senator A |
|---|---|
| Year | 1978–1982 |
| Platform | Opel 1900 |
| Variant | 3.0 E (180 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 180 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5800 rpm |
| Torque | 248 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4500 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 210 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 9.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 9.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 30E |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2969 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 95.0 mm |
| Stroke | 69.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 5.5 L |
| Coolant | 10.1 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 5mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | opel |
Dimensions
| Length | 4811 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1728 mm |
| Height | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2683 mm |
| Front track | 1443 mm |
| Rear track | 1472 mm |
| Boot space | 715 L |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1370 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1900 kg |
| Max load | 530 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 11.4 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 75.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Coil Spring Transverse Stabilizer Trailing Arm |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 6J x 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.4 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 80 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1978 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1982 |
| Front Overhang | 926 |
| Rear Overhang | 1202 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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