1987 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 181 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
