1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1996 Tata E220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1996 Tata E220 has manual transmission. 1996 Tata E220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Sentia | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Sentia | E220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
