1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 360 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Berlina | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |