1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 7 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Senator | Sportage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |