1987 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 286 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Senator | Insight |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |