1983 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 28 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 (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 193 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Senator | IS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
