1983 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 27 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 435 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Senator | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
