1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Mazda Sentia and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 95 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Sentia | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Sentia | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |