2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
