1984 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Senator | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Senator | T5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |