1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Graduate | Senator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
