1997 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 26 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Verada | Senator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
