1984 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Senator | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Senator | Corvette |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |