1990 Opel Senator vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17, 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 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | 17 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
