1983 Opel Senator vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
