1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 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 35 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 172 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Sentia | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Sentia | 245 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |