1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1214 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Opel | GMC |
Model | Senator | Yukon |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |