1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 434 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Senator |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
