2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | DrifterX | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 396 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |