1985 Opel Senator vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Senator | 806 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
