2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 874 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Venture | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
