2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | 6 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
