1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
