1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 14 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 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Feroza | Senator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
