1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |