1987 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Senator | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |