1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2012 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. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Venture | 3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |