1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 281 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-3 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
