1987 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 23 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 9 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Opel | Lexus |
Model | Senator | IS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |