1991 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 133 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Venturi | Mazda |
| Model | Cabriolet | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
