1983 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Prius |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
