2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1180 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
