1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang.
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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Senator |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |