2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 44 L |
