1985 Opel Senator vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 13 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
