1990 Opel Senator vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Turismo 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 140 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. 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, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Senator | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
