1986 Opel Senator vs. 1957 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Colorale weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 1957 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
