1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 135 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Senator | Lancer |
| 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 | 177 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
