2007 Lexus LS vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 14 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
