1964 Checker Town vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1986 Venturi Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1986 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1986 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Checker Town | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Checker | Venturi |
Model | Town | Coupe |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |