2007 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Senator |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |