1989 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1989 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Bluebird | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Senator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
