1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
