1983 Opel Senator vs. 1973 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 65 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, 1973 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1973 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 227 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
