1987 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 17 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 149 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Senator | GTO |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
