1983 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 345 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 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 |
