1985 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 27 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Senator | Duster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2673 mm |
