1980 Audi Sport vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 2 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, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Sport | Senator |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |