1978 Opel Senator vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 565 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |