1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1994 Mazda Sentia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626. 1994 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
