1978 Opel Senator vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Senator | 400 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |