1983 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 29 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Duster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2673 mm |
