1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Senator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 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 |
