2005 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Senator |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |