1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 871 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Because 1993 Mazda AZ-1 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 AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | AZ-1 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
