1978 Opel Senator vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Senator | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
