1983 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Senator | Frontier |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |