1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2011 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Venture | 3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |