2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Viper | Senator |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |