2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | RX-8 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
