1978 Opel Senator vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 12 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Senator | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |