1978 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Senator | A5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
