1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Sentia | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Sentia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
