1972 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 24 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 186 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, 1972 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1566 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 |
