1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Senator |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |