2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2690 mm |
