1986 Opel Senator vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309, 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Senator | 309 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
