1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 420 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1983 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Avenger | Senator |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |