1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1974 Mazda 929

To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 471 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1974 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1974 Mazda 929 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 Mazda Sentia 1974 Mazda 929
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Sentia 929
Year Released 1996 1974
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2954 cc 1767 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm


 

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