2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1170 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Sprinter | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2690 mm |
