1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 19 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 194 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Mazda | GMC |
Model | Sentia | Terrain |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2858 mm |