1983 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 22 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Rover 45, 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Senator | 45 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
