2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Senator |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |