1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 5 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
