1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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 4 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 110 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Senator | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
