2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 777 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
