1983 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 25 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 308 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.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira, 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
