2003 Honda Life vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 25 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 133 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life 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:
2003 Honda Life | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Senator |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |