1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1157 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Senator | Suburban |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 117 L |