1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1994 Mazda Sentia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 24 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Reatta | Sentia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |