1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Levante | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2685 mm |
