1998 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 104 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Senator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
