1999 Honda Today vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |