2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 436 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
