1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Senator |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
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 |