1983 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
