1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
