1978 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |