1996 Mazda Midge vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 734 kg more than 1996 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Midge. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Midge | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Midge | Venza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
