1987 Opel Senator vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 676 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
