1986 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 636 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Senator | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
