1978 Opel Senator vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 20 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 81 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Senator | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
