2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 58 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 1978 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Zafira | Senator |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |