1983 Opel Senator vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 13 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, 1983 Opel Senator (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Senator | Today |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |