2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 26 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2690 mm |