1978 Opel Senator vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Senator | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |