1978 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 950 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Opel | Buick |
Model | Senator | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2837 mm |