2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 496 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
