1987 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
