1985 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
