2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 1994 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 1994 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | C21 | Sentia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |