1987 Opel Senator vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 104 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1640 kg |
