1989 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 11 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 85 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, 1989 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1989 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Voyager | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Senator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
