2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Viper | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |