1983 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
