1999 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | Sentia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |