1983 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 201 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, 2010 Nissan Rogue, 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Senator | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
