1999 Audi R8R vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8R | Senator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
