1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Javelin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Javelin would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Javelin | Senator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
