1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Venturi | Mazda |
| Model | Cabriolet | 626 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
