1972 Holden Statesman vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
