1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Senator | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
