2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 920 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tahoe | Senator |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |