2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 601 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 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Senator |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |