1978 Opel Senator vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 735 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Senator | 205 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
