1983 Opel Senator vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 19 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 970 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
