1985 Opel Senator vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 15 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 14 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. 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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Senator | 306 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
