1984 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 229 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.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Senator | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| 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 | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2852 mm |
