2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 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 F-250.
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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-250 | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2690 mm |