1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 351 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Senator |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
