2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 15 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 784 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | MCC | Opel |
| Model | ForTwo | Senator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2600 mm |
