2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Atlantique (420 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |