1998 Lexus SC vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 11 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 11 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus SC | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Senator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
