1987 Opel Senator vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator 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 60 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 356 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Renault 25, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | 25 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
