1978 Opel Senator vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 330 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Senator | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
