1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Mazda Sentia. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sentia | Toronado |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |