2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator 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 103 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Senator |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 275 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |