2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
