1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 149 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 720 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
