1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 1 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Avenger | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Avenger | Senator |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |