1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 668 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.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | New Yorker | Senator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |
