1983 Opel Senator vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 312 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith.
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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Senator | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
