1994 Dodge Venom vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1994 Dodge Venom is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Venom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Venom weights approximately 347 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
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, 1994 Dodge Venom (339 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 1994 Dodge Venom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Venom | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Venom | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
