2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Senator |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |