1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1984 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Gemini 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 93 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Sentia | 1984 Holden Gemini | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | Sentia | Gemini |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |