1978 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 30 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Senator | Antara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
