2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 131 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
