2009 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 135 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
