1987 Opel Senator vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 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 78 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 356 kg more than 1985 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Senator | 900 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
