1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 476 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Coupe | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Senator |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |