1983 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 22 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 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke 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 Juke | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Senator | Juke |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |