1985 Opel Senator vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 144 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
