1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Renault Modus
To start off, 2011 Renault Modus 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Modus weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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 Renault Modus, 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, 1978 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Modus. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2011 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Senator | Modus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
