1978 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 466 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 Nissan Murano, 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Senator | Murano |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |