1987 Opel Senator vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 17 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 624 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
