1978 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2208 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 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Senator | F-250 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2029 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3967 mm |