1978 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 719 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 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Senator | Sonata |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2728 mm |