2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Tribute | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
