2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.

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