2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Senator |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |