1983 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 19 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 250 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
