1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Senator |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |