1978 Opel Senator vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
