1989 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1995 Mazda Sentia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra, 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Sentia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |