1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 576 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Astro | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
