2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1720 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 44 L |
