2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 22 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 190 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle, 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Shuttle | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
