1983 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Senator | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
