2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 830 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Econoline | Senator |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2690 mm |