1983 Opel Senator vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1983 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Senator | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
