2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 470 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.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
