1987 Opel Senator vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 396 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 Xedos 6, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Xedos |
| Model | Senator | 6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
