1983 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 16 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
