1987 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 76 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
