1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 454 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Senator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
