1996 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, both 1996 Honda Civic and 1996 Mazda Sentia were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
