1978 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 21 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 43 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 261 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Senator | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
