1996 Ford Contour vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 78 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour.
Because 1983 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |