2006 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 42 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.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |