1978 Opel Senator vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Senator | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |