1978 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 31 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 65 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 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Senator | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1979 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2642 mm |
