1987 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Opel | Lotus |
| Model | Senator | Evora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
