2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 23 kg more than 1993 Mazda Sentia. 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Neos | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
