1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Sentia | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Sentia | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |