1987 Opel Senator vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Senator | 240 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |