1983 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 22 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, 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, 1983 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Senator | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
