2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
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 RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 636 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
