1983 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 688 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |