1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 132 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Senator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
