1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | 929 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
