1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1995 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 323 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 101 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Mazda 323. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 323. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1995 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
