1978 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 176 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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Senator | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
