2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | S-10 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
