1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
