1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Fleetwood | Senator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
