1983 Opel Senator vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 97 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
