2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
