1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-01 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
