1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Toyota Corolla 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Toyota Venturi
Model Corolla Cabriolet
Year Released 1968 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1077 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2410 mm


 

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