1978 Opel Senator vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | RunX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |