1985 Holden Barina vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 995 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda Sentia 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 1993 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina, 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2860 mm |
