1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lincoln Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lincoln Mark VI would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 1030 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | Mark VI | Senator |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
