1983 Opel Senator vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Senator | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
