1978 Opel Senator vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 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 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Senator | MR2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 87 L |