2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 28 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 274 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |