1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 9 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Eldorado | Senator |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |