1978 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
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 Suzuki Forenza, 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, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (179 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Senator | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
