2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 581 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Senator |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 44 L |