1995 Mazda Sentia vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Mazda Sentia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 710 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda Sentia | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Sentia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
