1978 Opel Senator vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno 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 43 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 140 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, 2008 Suzuki Reno, 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 (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Senator | Reno |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |