2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Venturi Coupe.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Venturi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | Drifter | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2458 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
