2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Lucerne | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
