1983 Opel Senator vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144.
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 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Senator | 144 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
