2002 Lexus SC vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 204 kg more than 1987 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Senator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
