1978 Opel Senator vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504D has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Senator | 504D |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 56 L |
