1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Scorpio | Senator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
