1983 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 198 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 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Senator | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
