1983 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 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 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4.
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, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Senator | C4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
