1987 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 18 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Senator | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
