2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 83 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
