1985 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 17 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | FXS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
