1985 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 984 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Senator | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |