1991 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 626 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Venza |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |