1978 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 262 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Senator | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
