2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-8 | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |