1986 Opel Senator vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Senator | SVX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
