1986 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
