2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 356 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.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Ridgeline | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
