1994 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A8 | Senator |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |