1987 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 70 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 446 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
