2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 2 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
