1978 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 615 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 Honda Pilot, 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Senator | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |