1978 Opel Senator vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Senator | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
