1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1983 Opel Senator (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Step Wagon | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
