1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 216 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Senator |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |