1987 Opel Senator vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 269 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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 (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
