1978 Opel Senator vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 1219 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Opel | Lincoln |
| Model | Senator | MKX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
