2000 Lada 112 vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Sentia 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 84 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Lada 112, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112. 1998 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada 112 has manual transmission. 2000 Lada 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 112 | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 112 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
