1978 Opel Senator vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 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 (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Senator | Samurai |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |