1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 366 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 83 L |
