2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 836 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
