1971 Renault 17 vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 17 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Renault | Venturi |
| Model | 17 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
