2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 14 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 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator.
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, 2004 Mazda 2, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 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 | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
