1978 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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, 2005 Renault Clio, 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio 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 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
