1978 Opel Senator vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 407 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Record |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
