1984 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 27 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 2011 Toyota iQ, 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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Senator | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | iQ |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |