1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 17 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
