1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Blazer | Sentia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |