1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 319 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Senator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
