1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 40 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Sentia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
