2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | BT-50 | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |