1985 Opel Senator vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 884 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
