1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 579 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Senator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
