1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Dart (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart.
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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Senator |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |