1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Sentia | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Sentia | 626 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |