1983 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra, 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 (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Senator | Tigra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |