1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 448 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Gran Torino | Senator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
