1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1983 Opel Senator

To start off, both 1983 Lincoln Continental and 1983 Opel Senator were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 366 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Lincoln Continental 1983 Opel Senator
Make Lincoln Opel
Model Continental Senator
Year Released 1983 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2690 mm


 

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