1978 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 76 L |