1983 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 24 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX. 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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
