1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
