1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 16 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sentia | C 112 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |