1972 Ford Custom vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 449 kg more than 1986 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Custom | Senator |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |