1990 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 305 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, 1990 Ford Escort, 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Senator |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |