2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 673 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Lotec | Opel |
Model | C 1000 | Senator |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |