1987 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Senator | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
