2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 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 5,408 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 141 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 354 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |