1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 60 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Senator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
