1986 Opel Senator vs. 1983 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Rex 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 83 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Rex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 1983 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Senator | Rex |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
