1983 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Senator | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
