1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 11 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 216 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
