1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 20 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 331 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 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, 1998 Buick Riviera, 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Senator |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |