1983 Opel Senator vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 6 kg more than 1978 Volvo 265.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Senator | 265 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
