1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 815 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Lagonda | Senator |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |