1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 147 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang 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:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |