1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 309 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Senator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
