1978 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 35 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, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Senator | Compass |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
