1977 Holden GTS vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 101 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | GTS | Senator |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
