1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda RX-Evolv 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Mazda Venturi
Model RX-Evolv Cabriolet
Year Released 1999 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 2458 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 8000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1180 mm


 

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