1987 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 27 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 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
