1983 Opel Senator vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 12 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1995 Plymouth Neon, 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 (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Senator | Neon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
