1978 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 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 39 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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 Peugeot 607, 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Senator | 607 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
