1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 180 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 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Senator | Borrego |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |