1978 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC 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 70 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Senator | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
