1978 Opel Senator vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 28 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 100 L |
