1978 Opel Senator vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 22 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Senator | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
