1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 220 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Senator |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |