1985 Opel Senator vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum 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 5 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 196 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
