1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Senator |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |