2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 16 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Senator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
