1994 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 286 kg more than 1994 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
