1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 80 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Vectra | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |