1983 Opel Senator vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 15 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, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 1998 Rover 400, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Senator | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
