2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1020 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Senator |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |