1986 Opel Senator vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
