1990 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Audi S5

To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Opel Senator 2011 Audi S5
Make Opel Audi
Model Senator S5
Year Released 1990 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2969 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 354 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4625 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1372 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 63 L