1985 Holden Drover vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 7 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 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 585 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Holden Drover 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Drover | Senator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
