1988 Lexus LS vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 1 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 351 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1988 Lexus LS 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. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Senator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2600 mm |
