1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Thunderbird | Senator |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
