1978 Opel Senator vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1978 Opel Senator and 1978 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Because 1978 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1978 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
