2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 535 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
