2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 28 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |