2000 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 16 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Senator |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |