1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Jimmy | Senator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
