1987 Opel Senator vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 64 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 441 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. 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, 1995 Toyota Celica, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Celica 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 | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
