1983 Opel Senator vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 290 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | Century |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |