1985 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 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 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 3 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.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Senator | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Senator | Solstice |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |