2002 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1984 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Senator |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |