2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Opel Senator

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 621 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Town & Country 1986 Opel Senator
Make Chrysler Opel
Model Town & Country Senator
Year Released 2005 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 182 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 77.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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