1998 Acura NSX vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1985 Opel Senator | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Senator |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |