2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 5 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
