1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 656 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR-11 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
