1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 196 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Senator |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |