2007 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
