1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, both 1990 Mazda 323 and 1990 Venturi Cabriolet were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 323 | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | 323 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |