1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia 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 87 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Sentia | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Sentia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |