1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Mazda Venturi
Model Familia Cabriolet
Year Released 1968 1985
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2410 mm


 

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