1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 26 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
