1986 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 26 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 225 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Senator | IS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
