1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | 3110 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
