1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Aspen | Senator |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |