1978 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 30 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Senator | Citi |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
