1997 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 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 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 154 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
