1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 15 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | S-10 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
